2 bed cottage for sale

High Street, Ludham NR29

Enjoying a peaceful village setting in Ludham, this Grade II listed 16th century cottage offers a relaxed Norfolk lifestyle just a short distance from the Norfolk Broads National Park. Formerly part of the village stores, the property is rich in period character, featuring a thatched roof, exposed beams and wooden doors, while providing a comfortable and well-considered layout suited to modern living. An open-plan kitchen, dining and living area forms the heart of the home, complemented by a newly fitted kitchen, two double bedrooms, a classic bathroom, and an enclosed low-maintenance garden with seating areas and established planting. Off-road parking adds further practicality to this charming home, well placed for both countryside and waterside pursuits.

Ludham

High Street in Ludham sits at the centre of a small Norfolk village in the Broads. The wider setting is flat and open, shaped by the surrounding marshes and waterways of the Norfolk Broads, so even within the village you still get a sense of space, sky, and countryside rather than enclosure.

The essentials are all close together. The village shop and post office provide day-to-day supplies, and there’s a traditional butcher and a handful of small local services clustered around the centre. The pub, The King's Arms, is one of the main social points in the village, used by both locals and visitors passing through the Broads. Ludham itself has a strong community feel, with the church and village green areas helping anchor social life in a way that’s typical of a rural Norfolk settlement.

For education, Ludham Primary School and Nursery is within the village and easily reachable from High Street, which makes school runs straightforward on foot for many families. For secondary schooling, most students travel to nearby towns such as Stalham or slightly further afield. Transport is mainly road-based, with local routes connecting towards Wroxham and onward to Norwich.

High Street reflects the wider character of rural Norfolk living: Quiet, community-oriented, and closely tied to the landscape. The pace is unhurried, and daily life tends to revolve around familiar local places and the surrounding natural environment rather than anything fast-moving or commercial.

High Street

Situated in the heart of the Norfolk village of Ludham, this Grade II listed 16th century cottage enjoys an enviable position approximately one mile from the Norfolk Broads National Park, offering easy access to its renowned waterways, walking routes and natural scenery.

Formerly part of the village stores, the property retains an abundance of original character, including a traditional thatched roof, exposed beams and wooden doors, all of which reflect its rich history and period charm. The home has been thoughtfully arranged to provide comfortable, modern living while preserving its authentic cottage appeal.

The ground floor is centred around an open-plan kitchen, dining and living area, designed to provide a natural sense of flow for both day-to-day life and entertaining. The newly fitted kitchen is finished with contemporary cabinetry, an integrated oven, sink and drainer unit, alongside space for additional appliances, offering a practical and well-considered layout.

A bathroom is located on the ground floor and features a classic three-piece suite with tiled walls, presented in a clean and timeless style.

To the first floor are two well-proportioned double bedrooms. One bedroom benefits from a built-in wardrobe, providing useful storage while maintaining an uncluttered feel.

Externally, the property benefits from an enclosed, low-maintenance garden with several seating areas to the rear and side. Established hedging and mature planting add colour and privacy, creating a pleasant outdoor setting throughout the seasons. The added advantage of off-road parking further enhances the property’s practicality.

Well positioned within a highly regarded Norfolk village, this is a characterful home that offers period charm, modern convenience and easy access to the surrounding countryside and waterways.

Agents Notes

Freehold

Connected to mains water, electricity and drainage.

Electric boiler.

Off-road parking space (Minors & Brady are unable to verify this information).

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